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Transport & Logistics
The quest for transparency in port valuations – 60 seconds with David Bayne, Port Economist
Maritime Structures 2014 will take place in Sydney, 3-4 December. This is a two-day conference which explores the effective management of marine assets across their life cycle, whilst focusing on the latest port developments and expansions across Australia. In the lead up, we sat down with David Bayne, Port Economist with Drewrys Shipping. An expert…
3 Nov 2014, by Informa InsightsHealthcare
Bridging the disability access gap
In the lead up to the 6th Annual National Disability Summit 2015, we had the chance to speak to Dr Scott Hillier, Manager, Major Projects & Western Australia Manager of Media Access Australia on the biggest challenge in supporting individuals with a disability within a workplace. Scott is a leading authority in the area of…
3 Nov 2014, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
Top 5 rail innovations in Australia over the last decade
Australia's railway network is large and complex, which creates a number of efficiency, cost, safety and logistics problems. However, innovation in railway engineering technologies, materials and strategies can help operators drive productivity and save money by modernising a number of processes across the industry. In June 2014, the government's CRC for Rail Innovation (Rail CRC)…
3 Nov 2014, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
The smartest urban transit solution? Discussion heats up around light rail
Light rail is increasingly being adopted as a key component of effective integrated public transport in many Australasian cities. The recent successful launch of GoldLinQ, Queensland's first light rail system and Sydney’s Inner West Light Rail Extension, highlight the increasing popularity of the mode, underlined by a growing political will to invest more in light…
2 Nov 2014, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
What and where are Australians buying online? Ben Franzi talks eCommerce trends
Ben Franzi is GM Global eCommerce Platforms for Australia Post and StarTrack. He sat down with us in the lead up to the Online Retail Logistics Conference in Sydney, 18-19 November. Please tell us a little about yourself and your current role. As GM Sales, Global eCommerce Platforms, my area of interest and expertise is…
31 Oct 2014, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
From click to delivery! A host of experts untwist the logistical supply chain
It is only three weeks until the Online Retail Logistics Conference! In the lead up we have heard from many of the speakers taking part including, Gareth Jude, Telstra who told us he sees online retail logistics “heading towards a spectrum of services and choices rather than a cost focused, one size fits all approach”. …
30 Oct 2014, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
Jason Nitz from Newmont discusses the role of technology in mining operations
In the lead up to the Technology and Productivity in Mining Conference, we had the opportunity to ask Jason Nitz of Newmont a few questions. Jason shares his views and experience on topics including IT & OT, critical use of data in mining, system integration and technology implementation. Jason is also an avid blogger where he…
29 Oct 2014, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
Close-up: Dominic Collins, Global Integrated Operations
Dominic Collins, Partner at Global Integrated Operations will be speaking at the Technology & Productivity in Mining Conference to be held on the 2-3 December in Perth. Dominic is an experienced operational leader who is committed to helping organisations deliver culturally driven business transformations that unlock the benefits delivered through whole of supply-chain thinking and integration. Dom…
23 Oct 2014, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
Close-Up: Dr Eduardo Gallestey, ABB
With the Technology and Productivity in Mining Conference just around the corner we would like to share a special international speaker profile, all the way from Switzerland! Dr. Eduardo Gallestey obtained a Ph.D. degree in control theory at the Mathematics Department of the University of Bremen, Germany. After his graduation, he joined the engineering department of the…
23 Oct 2014, by Informa InsightsHealthcare
“A fate worse than death..?”
Dr Colin Currie, Chair, Hip Fracture Audit Database Special Interest Group, Fragility Fracture Network; Clinical Lead (Geriatric Medicine), 2007-2013, UK National Hip Fracture Database will be presenting at the upcoming 3rd Annual Hip Fracture Management Conference, taking place on the 3rd and 4th December 2014 at the Sydney Harbour Marriott. Dr Currie joined us to share some interesting insights…
22 Oct 2014, by Informa InsightsInforma Connect Australia is the nation's leading event organiser. Our events comprise of large scale exhibitions, industry conferences and highly specialised corporate training.
